Archive for the ‘Arts in Issaquah’ Category
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Aug
09
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
August 1st, that’s the 1st Friday of the month, was a perfect night. The weather was wonderful, people were out enjoying themselves and the art was varied and interesting, sometimes inspiring.
We started early walking down front street, got sidetracked by the temptation of Stan’s BBQ. Satisfied we began again.
The Boys from Welderville, as the UpFront Gallery calls the creators of these unique tables and accents. Very interesting.
I could see really enjoying these in my home. They are bound to create lots of comments and conversation.
Miska, also at UpFront Gallery, part of Collective Works - Fairytales! Fables! & Folklore!
Belltown Martial Arts Lion Dance Team - The drums announced their arrival with gusto and the crowd gathered to watch. Lion dancers performed all up and down Front street, energy not stop.
Rae Soloman gives us a little country in front of the Hailstone Feed Store.
Flying Pie Pizza had a Creation Station for kids
Background Noise gives much more than background noise in front of the library.
There is only one more ArtWalk of the season Sept 5th!
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Jun
11
Posted by Larry Cragun
OK, let’s have some help here: I will start it off.
1- Convenient location to a ton of great places: Seattle, Snoqualmie Pass, etc.
2- We have a very pro active parks department: The proof is n the pudding.
3- A highly involved population: If it is important, people get involved.
4- The character of Issaquah is kept intact. Take a visit with that in mind.
5- Recreation abounds here.
6- Shopping.
7- The arts are a big part of Issaquah
8- See Amy Gregersen’s comment:
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Leave your ideas as a comment or email me at larrykcragun(at)yahoo.com
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May
04
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
It’s BACK! Art Walk is the first friday of each month in Issaquah, WA 98029. Music, art, good food and fun, begin down Front Street.
For a look at scenes from last September’s Art Walk go to http://issaquah.neighborhoodsundressed.com/2007/09/08/last-days-of-summer-issaquah-artwalk/. It’s getting to be a BIG deal.
Photo by Kathleen
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Apr
25
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
MK Ballet has recently opened their doors after much hard work and effort to provide a beautiful studio for their students. Owners are Robert and Michiko Black. Pictured here is a photograph of Michiko. Michiko is a beautiful and gracious woman. She will undoubtedly cause her students to idealize her as she is extremely professional, kind and yet firm. I watched her teach a class of ten little girls, ages from 3 to 5 years. I couldn’t stop smiling as I observed even the very littlest try so hard to follow Michiko’s instructions.
Michiko has much to teach as she performed professionally for the Tokyo Ballet, and has had ballet studios in Tokyo and in Washington for many years. It is a pleasure to watch her dance.
One thing I noticed was how each child received individual attention. That is not easy with ten small fry. Her husband said that is not done by many ballet schools.
Follow the rest of our pictures and see if they don’t put a smile on your face.
After the beginning of class the students were told in class they needed to stand and no talking.
Sabrina, Michikos daughter, gives a fine example performance.
Class is over, Moms can come in now. There is a large viewing area for them to watch their daughters during classes.
MK Ballet would like you to know the following information, even some free classes!
1) We would like to offer free classes the week of May 5th for kids 10 yrs to 16 yrs old with and without experience. Monday, from 4:00 to 5:30 pm, Tuesday from 5:30 to 7:00 pm, Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00pm, and Friday from 4:00 to 5:30pm.
2) We started a referral program where you get a free class for every referral that joins MK Ballet, 4 referrals gives a free month membership.
3) Our memberships are month to month allowing customers to try us without having an initial long term commitment.
4) We have tried to build a beautiful studio supported by an excellent curriculum. Michiko is a professional performer and a National Champion. Her instruction technique allows individual attention to students in a class setting. What makes Michiko a great instructor is her ability to relate her own experiences to her students. Michiko feels she had to struggle to master her art since she feels her body is not “the perfect body for Ballet”. Since most people would feel the same way, Michiko can show them that, through technique, presentation, and love of the Art, anybody can feel success in Ballet. Michiko wants very much to develop the students that want to advance to compete in International competitions.
5) We are hiring a professional installation company to finalize the floor. Laying the vinyl coating is tricky to optimize it’s performance. It is an engineered coating specifically for Ballet. We have hired the best installer in America to come here and finish the project.
Studio 425-427-8701, Michiko Black 425-442-3226, Robert Black 425-442-442-6520
2520 NE Park Drive Suite A, Issaquah WA 98029 in Issaquah Highlands
For Class information and Pilates Classes go to http://www.heidimarten.com/
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Apr
09
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
Chefchaouen is in Morocco and has been our sister city for about a year. Perhaps you remember their interesting booth at Salmon Days last October. The blue door sent to us by Chefchaouen symbolizes the friendship and hospitality between the two cities. This friendship between Issaquah and the Morroccan city was one of many fruits of a student exchange program.
The door was unveiled and dedicated by Mayor Ava Frisinger with members of a delegation of visitors from Chefchaouen looking on. The Issaquah Press has this event as this weeks front page news. For a wonderful article about The Blue Door go to www.issaquahpress.com.
The door is located next to City Hall. You can’t miss it.
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Apr
07
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
April 7th and 8th MK Ballet opens with an offering of free classes. The classes will be from 4:oopm to 5:30pm. Michiko Black is the Art Director, a former soloist performer with the Tokyo Ballet. Ballet is Michiko’s passion. She has had her own ballet studio in Tokyo and in Kitsap and now moved her studio to Issaquah Highlands. Here is your chance to visit the studio, meet Michiko and bring anyone interested in a free lesson with you, this Monday and Tuesday. MK Ballet is located at the corner of Park and 25th, the north Starpoint building. Issaquah, WA 98029
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Feb
19
Posted by Kathleen Cragun
Kirkland has long been a favorite destination of art lovers with a plethora of galleries and restaurants and activities bringing people from all over to their city. While Kirkland has been experiencing disappearing galleries and a loss of vibrancy in the arts, Issaquah is emerging as the premier art destination on the Eastside. In the summer things are really swinging but there is no need to wait. Plenty of art action is at UP Front [art] this Thursday night, February 21st 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. They are located on Front Street (of course). 48 Front Street North (to be exact) Issaquah, WA 98027 425-996-8553.
Glass art, paintings, photography, sculpture, fiber art and much more are waiting to be discovered. These are local artists who have formed a co-op and every third thursday night of each month, they don’t just show you their art, they show you how it is done!
Artists will bring paints, palettes, pliers, saws, burins, stones and other tools and materials along with their talents and expertise. They will share and demonstrate their techniques. Maybe they will even let you try it!?
Join in the fun and see the Artists in Action.
See our Restaurants in Issaquah list if you are hungry for food and art. There are many to choose from.
